Working Student - Software Engineering (m/f/d)

About the Position

Working Student - Software Engineering (m/f/d)

Quantum-Systems GmbH is seeking a Working Student in Software Engineering to join our team in Gilching, Bayern, Germany. As a working student, you will support the annotation and quality assurance of training data, contribute to the definition and evaluation of KPIs for assessing our models, and assist in conducting end-to-end tests of the entire system pipeline. You will also research new approaches in computer vision and help to further develop our testing infrastructure and evaluation pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Data Annotation & Dataset Management

  • Annotate and quality-check training data for object detection and end-to-end planner models, including bounding boxes, segmentation masks, and trajectory labels.
  • Maintain and version datasets to ensure consistency and traceability across model iterations.

• KPI Definition & Model Evaluation

  • Design, implement, and continuously improve KPIs to monitor and benchmark the performance of ML models deployed on UAVs and UGVs.
  • Cover metrics such as detection accuracy, latency, precision/recall, and robustness under real-world conditions.

• End-to-End System Testing

  • Execute and automate end-to-end integration tests of the full perception and planning pipeline on target hardware (Nvidia Jetson).
  • Identify bottlenecks and regressions across the entire system stack.

• Research & Model Benchmarking

  • Independently investigate state-of-the-art publications and open-source models in computer vision, object detection, and autonomous systems.
  • Systematically compare novel approaches against our current solutions and document findings in a structured way.

• Tooling & Test Infrastructure

  • Contribute to the development of testing scripts, evaluation pipelines, and CI-friendly unit tests to ensure continuous quality assurance of deployed ML components.

Requirements

• Educational Background

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Robotics, or a related technical field.

• Programming Proficiency

  • Solid hands-on experience in Python (NumPy, PyTorch/TensorFlow, OpenCV) and working knowledge of C++ for performance-critical or embedded applications.

• Embedded Systems & Edge Deployment

  • Familiarity with Nvidia Jetson platforms (e.g. Jetson Orin/Xavier), including experience with deployment workflows such as TensorRT, CUDA optimization, or similar edge inference toolchains.

• Computer Vision & Machine Learning

  • Practical experience with ML fundamentals and CV tasks such as object detection, image classification, or semantic segmentation; exposure to model training, fine-tuning, and evaluation workflows.

• KPI Design & Testing Mindset

  • Ability to translate high-level system requirements into measurable KPIs and structured unit or integration tests; experience with testing frameworks (e.g. pytest, Google Test) is a plus.

• Independent & Structured Work Ethic

  • Self-driven with the ability to manage your own tasks, prioritize effectively, and deliver results with minimal supervision in a fast-paced engineering environment.

• Communication & Documentation

  • Strong ability to clearly communicate findings, test results, and research insights to both technical teammates and stakeholders; comfortable writing concise technical documentation and benchmark reports.

• Research Curiosity & Applied Mindset

  • Genuine enthusiasm for following the latest developments in autonomous systems, robotics perception, and ML - and the drive to bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and real-world deployment on robotic platforms.

We Offer

• Flexible working hours

  • Trust-based working hours to ensure a healthy work-life balance.

• Mobile working

  • Option to work remotely to achieve the necessary balance.

• Stay active

  • Access to thousands of fitness and sports facilities with EGYM Wellpass, including subsidized membership.

• Corporate Benefits

  • Attractive offers and discounts from well-known suppliers and brands, e.g. Adidas, Apple, Expedia.

• Employee events

  • Opportunities to grow together and celebrate successes.

• Canteen

  • Delicious meals with a daily lunch budget sponsored by the company.

• Company Shuttle

  • Convenient shuttle service from Laim in Munich to our location with return trips at the end of the workday.

About the Company

Quantum Systems specializes in the development, design, and production of small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS). Our range of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) sUAS are built to maximize range and versatility and to provide operators with a seamless user experience. By integrating cutting-edge software capabilities, like edge computing and real-time AI-powered data processing, Quantum Systems is building next-generation UAS for clients in defence, security, and public sectors.

Our Commitment

We are an open-minded company that values and actively promotes diversity. Regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, or disability, we firmly believe that the diversity of our employees is an essential part of our success. At our company, every voice is heard and every perspective is valued. We believe that our differences enrich us and help us to find creative solutions and generate innovative ideas. We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment where all employees can reach their full potential.